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Mattel Toy Can Listen to a Wide Range of Frequency Bands
30:43 - 35:38 (04:55)
Researchers have found that a Mattel toy can be used to listen to a wide range of frequency bands, providing access to data that used to cost thousands of dollars to obtain; the toy can recognize the frequency and tune of sounds like bird songs which can trigger responses in other devices.
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The frequency band of a wireless key for cars can be identified through the FCC registration on the back of the device, similar to the frequency band used for FM radio.
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Wireless key frequencies
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The frequency band of a wireless key for cars can be identified through the FCC registration on the back of the device, similar to the frequency band used for FM radio.
ChapterMattel Toy Can Listen to a Wide Range of Frequency Bands
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Researchers have found a way to use a low-cost Mattel toy to access a wide variety of frequency bands that previously required expensive equipment.
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Electronic Triggers
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Researchers have found a way to use a low-cost Mattel toy to access a wide variety of frequency bands that previously required expensive equipment. The toy can be used to recognize different electronic triggers and codes to access data.